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  • @SokiLondon
    @SokiLondon  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My 2023 version of this video! :) th-cam.com/video/ERywohk4EYU/w-d-xo.html

    • @Spikypotato.
      @Spikypotato. ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! This is one of your best videos, as a consumer it is really helpful. And you talk very respectfully on this topic ❤

  • @cimonenefer
    @cimonenefer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +403

    I completely agree, half of these brands are just selling the name, while giving you basic lack luster fragrance that’s waaay to overpriced.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      👍

    • @agsdollsdownunder7147
      @agsdollsdownunder7147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I agree

    • @heavenjb
      @heavenjb ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with all….but 😅 Chanel…number 5 is a classic ( I think it’s ageist to describe as you do ) Leau is actually really great, both actually for summer ( and as a forty something who tends to date men ten yrs younger ) all the men I’ve dated LOVED that scent it’s also a nice bedtime relaxing summer scent. Now..coco mademoiselle horrible horrible compared to its mum Coco. Coco amazing, mademoiselle made it BASIC. I think some classics are classics for s reason usually a unique scent profile. There are old scents that should go…but not due to aging lol or their scent doesn’t transcend time…I think the aldehydes in Chanel are what make them unique and otherworldly …it gives s effervescent type vibe to the Chanel 5 hence the originality snd how it should always be around..it’s also a fashion thing….there’s nothing repulsive about Chanel 5 where as daisy hell yes

  • @ali_hoochthepooch6780
    @ali_hoochthepooch6780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Perfume prices just seem insane at the minute. It's crazy how much a fragrance can cost and then not even last.

    • @sylviaarlington5354
      @sylviaarlington5354 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      YES

    • @missmegan3694
      @missmegan3694 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Agree!! Why did a lot of perfumes from the 80s and 90s last a lot longer than the ones today? What happened?!

    • @ms.zelman3032
      @ms.zelman3032 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@missmegan3694 What happened is that people love money, so they did that to sell more bottles in less amount of time. That's what I think to a certain extent.

  • @OpinionatedScents
    @OpinionatedScents 3 ปีที่แล้ว +312

    These are my favorite videos because no one likes everything. 2021 the year of full open honesty.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      👍

    • @katarzynaplama5687
      @katarzynaplama5687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the same! 😎

    • @IamNoelle
      @IamNoelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes, it's refreshing to see TH-camrs share their dislikes in the most honest way :) great job!

    • @15deeznuts31
      @15deeznuts31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I honestly prefer chanel Chance EDT , I didnt like the way the Chance edp smelled, smelled like baby powder to me

  • @marianar2948
    @marianar2948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +223

    Dear Soki, don't ever feel bad for pointing your negative views on perfumes! After all, at the end of the day, they're just that... perfumes! 😉
    The Internet is full of either stans or haters, so it's nice to watch people having proper negative reviews with honesty and balance.
    And yes: generic formulations, ridiculous pricing and cash grabbing flankers are always frustrating! I think these major brand houses can handle a less positive critic and the audience appreciates the sincerity, so don't be shy 😇

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thanks Mariana :)

    • @marianar2948
      @marianar2948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@SokiLondon you're welcome 💛 and remember: being negative or critical only makes you a bad person if you do it with a mean spirit. It's perfectly ok to be vocal about whatever rubs you in the wrong way!

  • @youtubeuser866
    @youtubeuser866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    1:23 marc jacobs daisy
    3:54 chanel chance
    5:58 chanel no.5
    7:33 tom ford neroli portofino
    7:37 tom ford lost cherry
    13:51 dolce and gabbana lightblue

  • @LateefahABrown
    @LateefahABrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Coty, as an umbrella company, distributes the fragrance arm of Burberry, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Tiffany & Co., Miu Miu, Chloé, etc. Don’t just associate them with those cheapies they sell in the drug store.

    • @eboniewalker2307
      @eboniewalker2307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes thank you

    • @lashdoll222
      @lashdoll222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      All those brands ARE drugstore, they aren’t owned by the fashion houses for a reason, the names don’t make them high end… Tiffany perfumes are like £60 same with Gucci, Burberry, Chloe etc

    • @LouLou-tl1gv
      @LouLou-tl1gv หลายเดือนก่อน

      Coty is a cheap cosmetics company and I wouldn't buy perfume that they make
      All are replicas of the original

    • @nancymarkiewicz8123
      @nancymarkiewicz8123 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What are some perfume brands that make their own perfume? I know Soki London does❤

  • @georgiana1243
    @georgiana1243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    This was one of the most honest perfume videos on TH-cam. I have watched other videos on this channel, but this was truly the one that made me hit the subscribe button. Thanks a lot for this video and for the courage to criticize the most applauded perfumes nowadays!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Aw thank you so much. I was nervous for it and I’m glad it’s been well received 🥰

    • @TheFlowerock
      @TheFlowerock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here!! 🙋🏻‍♀️😉👍

    • @nikolematzouranis6193
      @nikolematzouranis6193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here. This was the one that made me decide to hit the subscribe button.

  •  3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    We definitely need a part 2!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hehe ok!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      here is part 2! th-cam.com/video/ERywohk4EYU/w-d-xo.html

  • @melodyjones9681
    @melodyjones9681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    What you’re saying is important. Many buy these scents on hype alone and get burned. Especially now, who can afford that? I get decants or samples when I can to see if anything is bottle worthy. I’ve gotten hyped frags I hated and felt duped.

  • @jessicabrewster6427
    @jessicabrewster6427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I really appreciate that the reason why you don’t like pretty much all of these perfumes have to do with the price more than the scent. Everyone likes what they like and everyone likes different things, but your approach was more about brands overpricing their cheaper made or not good quality perfumes.
    So thank you for your insight!

  • @memememeowww
    @memememeowww 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I think the problem with the Daisy perfumes is the longevity. They literally last like 3-4 hours only and people can’t even smell it (not even yourself). I think people buy the Daisy perfumes because a lot of young influencers have them

    • @Sldejo
      @Sldejo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      And the bottle.

    • @Emily-jj1mw
      @Emily-jj1mw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      YES I love the smell but it just does not last, I have to respray and even then it only sticks to my clothing.

    • @22mharvin
      @22mharvin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thankfully, i bought chance eau tendre instead of daisy edp. Theyre similar but eau tendre imo is fresher and fruitier. It also projects more and lasts longer

    • @spiceupyourlife7755
      @spiceupyourlife7755 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe because they want to try the perfume themselves?

    • @SvobodovaEva
      @SvobodovaEva 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I had it and I absolutely loved the smell, I can't stand heavy smells, they give me headaches so this was perfect. But unfortunately it's so cheap, it doesn't last longer than a couple of hours.

  • @literallyheather
    @literallyheather 3 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    Ooooh...I like this very assertive Soki. Agree with you on all of these. I like and own some Tom Ford fragrances, but it is all about "edgy" marketing. Some of his fragrances are hideous and definitely overpriced. And have never understood the Jo Malone type. They are so weak and mediocre. I also think Le Labo has had it's day. As soon as the niche brands sell to conglomerates, it all just changes.

  • @RavensRedd
    @RavensRedd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thanks for this video! You are entitled to your opinion and most people are very appreciative of you sharing it with us. I would love to see a video of some of the most unique perfumes or notes, things that smell great but are not your typical fruity, white floral, coconut, vanilla type smells that seem to dominate these days. Not necessarily expensive or niche, just unique.

  • @lucieweaver3324
    @lucieweaver3324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are so right on Soki! This coming from a person who knows what she's talking about with regards to fragrances - so appreciate your honesty and that is why you have so many subbies!!

  • @Little_Duck_
    @Little_Duck_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I totally agree with your opinion about the specific perfumes you mentioned...in the end you pay the brand and the marketing and not the scent!

  • @wardaa.995
    @wardaa.995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Thank you for the honesty;few viewers would dare to say the truth especially about joe malone and Tom ford.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🥰

    • @carollyncheeyen
      @carollyncheeyen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true.

    • @mamaocillian
      @mamaocillian 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am so glad I tried Jo Malone in the small sample set a few years ago. They don’t last, have poor projection and my husband thinks I smell like a smoker when I wear them! Haha! I used to wear them when he traveled to get some use out of them but cv pan-dem-ic means I never wear them. Not really sad about that though.

    • @michellefox6709
      @michellefox6709 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SokiLondon didn't Penny's/Primark do Jo Malone dupes. They were quite good.

  • @heatherwillis8930
    @heatherwillis8930 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Completely agree with all of these. I am glad Jo Malone does collabs like Zara's line so we can all get a taste without overspending. Great video!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah yes love that zara line !

  • @sindylouise1471
    @sindylouise1471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a load of sense! Thanks for the great video so informative and open your mind to what’s real good stuff are 🙏

  • @jenhopkins8867
    @jenhopkins8867 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love all your videos and I come to you to see how a perfume smells and performs. This video I have to say is my all time favorite and I don’t know how I missed it. Your honesty is refreshing and so appreciated!! I have to say it has made me love you even more, you are so sweet and didn’t want to say anything negative but still tastefully gave your opinion!! Thank you!

  • @waywardstitch8604
    @waywardstitch8604 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I do get why you're reluctant to criticize, (I'm the same way), but I found this vid VERY informative and helpful. Especially as I've been very curious about why Tom Ford prices were so high, wayyy out of my price range. Now I know I'm not missing out on anything special. Also, I got a sample of Daisy and was surprisingly unimpressed. Now I know it's not just me.
    Also, your mention of candles reminded me I've long been curious about your candles. I'd like to use more candles but find that most of them seriously annoy me. I'd Iike if you did a review on perfumed candles. I'd like to know how you choose your faves, and especially those which are a good value.
    Thanks for another great review.💕

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks! Nice idea on candels

    • @taylorjohnson9321
      @taylorjohnson9321 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shes reluctant to tell the actual truth because nobody can handle the truth , its Ashame TH-camrs have to dance around the truth because people are SOO INCREDIBLY SENSITIVE these days, its freaking PERFUME! people need to be reminded it not that deep and these fragrance companies don't give af about testing on animals so why on EARTH would they care about the consumers so I find it hilarious when people get soo butthurt if someone says a perfume sucks, I think they are just salty because now they think they smell cheap, fyi to those sensitive people (learn how to take constructive criticism or you will never make it at a job or life in general if you're getting upset about perfume that sucks

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      @nancymarkiewicz8123 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Estee Lauder supports Trump

  • @Auriel5
    @Auriel5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I would love to see more of this style of video!! ❤️👌

  • @MvrLiesbet
    @MvrLiesbet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I like the Light Blue BECAUSE it has poor performance. I'm quite sensitive about smell but I still love to enjoy perfumes so I'm always on the look-out for 'bad performing' perfumes. Not everything has to be super strong and have great projection imo. A lot of people I know experience perfumes as too overwhelming anyways so I reckon there's a big market for things that are a bit more subtle.

    • @mxhyungwonie8098
      @mxhyungwonie8098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This is why I like Jo Malone (particularly Pear and Freesia). Anything strong makes me nauseated.

    • @yachishairclips2250
      @yachishairclips2250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      I think that if the perfume is light..
      It should be priced less since it is not a concentrated as strong ones.. But when something poor is given with a big price tag.. That is a problem

    • @nancymarkiewicz8123
      @nancymarkiewicz8123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Juicy Couture Le Fleur is watered down. The toilette

  • @FromAbiWithLove
    @FromAbiWithLove 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your honesty here these types of videos are needed ❤️

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you like it!

  • @dianevioletta1408
    @dianevioletta1408 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I currently have Covid and lost my sense of smell. Praying it comes back! 😢

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oh no! I hope it will

    • @dianevioletta1408
      @dianevioletta1408 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      It came back! 👍🏻

    • @deeh9563
      @deeh9563 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hang in there!!!

    • @radiantbeautyandglam
      @radiantbeautyandglam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same 😞 I miss being able to smell perfumes

    • @Zlervo
      @Zlervo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @IamNoelle
    @IamNoelle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Telling what you really think makes you authentic and that's great 🙏🏼🥰

  • @sivicslady9882
    @sivicslady9882 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was thinking of getting Light Blue, so relieved you posted this 🎉💯 thank you Soki🌺💝

  • @user-pz7qv6ey4z
    @user-pz7qv6ey4z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gosh! You leveled up so much on my mind! Great video, great - honest at last - reviews! I will trust you from now on!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that!

  • @georgiachatzitheodoridou3806
    @georgiachatzitheodoridou3806 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    How right you are in this video!
    I absolutely agree with you about Jo Malone, Tom Ford, Chanel no 5, Light Blue, they are all so expensive and I really don't see why. And I see so many You Tubers who talk about them continually.
    So could you please recommend some affordable and price worthy equivalents to these you mentioned or other good but relatively underrated fragrances?

  • @GlamBySam
    @GlamBySam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    found your channel this week and i’ve been watching so many videos 💕

  • @bhawinidwivedy
    @bhawinidwivedy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm all about honesty. Really Admire it when influencers such as you bring up such topics...❤🙌

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🥰 thank you

  • @Randomchoiceinlife
    @Randomchoiceinlife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like the way you are very open about your opinions on brands and their history. Always your fan. XOXO

  • @thesignatures3584
    @thesignatures3584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I agree on everything mentioned except for chanel n 5. I have to be honest that at first I totally disliked this perfume but now I understand why it is classic. I love the opening and the dry down, not a fan of the middle notes on my skin though. But it is a perfume that you’ll learn to appreciate and love in time. ❤️ Thank you for sharing 💕

    • @clarezimberlin8729
      @clarezimberlin8729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. I have come late to the no 5 party & am only impressed by the EDP. In the past I probably only smelled the EDT.

  • @butterfingers527
    @butterfingers527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love light blue its one of my favourite fragrance but yes i agree with you it doesn't last at all

  • @Zlervo
    @Zlervo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I completely agree with you about Chanel no5. I've tried to see the appeal but I can't.

  • @chiaracoppi6668
    @chiaracoppi6668 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video was revealing for me! I secretly thought everything you said but I didn't dare to say it so directly. Thank you for your frankness. I'll watch also the updated version. I estimate you very much. You're competent and honest. My congrats.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      thank you!

  • @Up-To-Speed
    @Up-To-Speed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This made a lot of sense and I appreciate all the information you provided. I also agree with everything you said!

  • @katemostreicher
    @katemostreicher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    this is so refreshing to hear - I love this!!!

  • @pennyrock150
    @pennyrock150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    absolutely agreed on Light Blue...It's the most overrated perfume in my opinion.

    • @TigreCorazon
      @TigreCorazon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Havent even gotten to that part of the video yet but already thumbs up this comment 😂 light blue is just so Meh.

    • @rachelbowman2046
      @rachelbowman2046 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have the perfume and it doesn’t last long.

    • @arianapreciado1975
      @arianapreciado1975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      The intense version is way better in my opinion

    • @TigreCorazon
      @TigreCorazon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@rachelbowman2046 agree with Ariana. If you like this scent you should definitely get the intense version. Light Blue intense is pretty much the same but a little stronger and lasts longer

    • @Annyss264
      @Annyss264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I used to buy cheap, unknown brand perfume from the accessories store back in high school back in 2006-7. And when I get a whiff of Light Blue Intense, it smells exactly the same like dead on very similar like the one I used to use when I was in high school. Light blue is easily dupe-able but it does last on my skin for more than 8 hours.

  • @Rain_dear
    @Rain_dear 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for your honesty. There should be more videos like this. 👍

  • @eatingwithkim5997
    @eatingwithkim5997 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this video love you. Learned so much

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, thank you 💜

  • @thechiccodes
    @thechiccodes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this list! I agree with ever fragrance you named and the reasons you gave. Like, Tom Ford, I offer up MAISON MARGIELA Replica as a perfume that may not give the best bang for a buck. The MM collections smell amazing but they are short lived. Will you be giving us a part 2?

  • @RandomScents
    @RandomScents 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You are never mean 🙂 Loved hearing your thoughts on these. Although Chanel has some of my absolutely favorites Chanel No 5 is not one of them. Agree with your view on this. Maybe they reformulated it

    • @ceciliawhite4520
      @ceciliawhite4520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hated chanel no 5 I felt bad like something wrong with me. But I hate it

    • @RandomScents
      @RandomScents 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ceciliawhite4520 😂😂😂

  • @christinaboyland4107
    @christinaboyland4107 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the honesty and these videos are very helpful. Thank you.

  • @audrianadelmonte6940
    @audrianadelmonte6940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got a bad cold but binge watching your videos has made the horrible sore throat bearable. Such great content and lovely personality!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw thank you 🙏 get well soon ❤️‍🩹

  • @ozyvillanueva9277
    @ozyvillanueva9277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I really enjoyed this video! You definitely should do more dislike videos you don’t sound mean at all and you’re very consistent in the reasons why you don’t recommend them. It’s very helpful.

  • @feryelhamdi3783
    @feryelhamdi3783 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have taken the habit to watch your reviews before buying new perfum. So honest and professional, thank you very much 😊👌

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aw thank you 😊

  • @heatherswendsen5901
    @heatherswendsen5901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video. I really appreciate your honesty and expertise! Love your channel!!!❤️

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you !! 🥰

  • @Buggieboo333
    @Buggieboo333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video for people who just got into fragrances including myself. I’ve learned now to do days/months of research before committing to a fragrance. I dislike oak moss, musky, or super powdery notes for female fragrances. I love having these videos to do research because a lot of times I do blind buys because of how introverted I am and it’s hard for me to go out and try perfumes. So thanks again for being honest and posting videos like this! Greatly appreciated!

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks inna 🥰

  • @MillieonaVespa
    @MillieonaVespa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I called my store yesterday....to purchase No5, 100ml EDT and the body cream also ...they are out of stock of the 100ml and only have the 35 ml left..they are due a delivery in soon ..I asked the consultant to set aside the 100ml EDT and the body cream and shower gel for me when it arrives ...and I will be in to collect using a gift token I got for Christmas....No5 is just floral powdery goodness to me warm and ultra feminine, I love adore it ...I will always have it in my perfume collection, perish the day Chanel ever discontinue it.... a Classic

    • @rinisix4243
      @rinisix4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I adore No5, here in Belgium and France sells very well among all age groups, I’ve got loads of perfumes but always need to have a bottle of No5 in my wardrobe, so I get you. Husband, friends love it on me and we are fairly young. So I doubt they will ever discontinue it! :-)

  • @debbiesokoloff1991
    @debbiesokoloff1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It’s good to hear a knowledgeable person, such as you, telling us to avoid the hype with certain fragrances-thank you!

  • @joysizemore6800
    @joysizemore6800 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found this really helpful and I agreed with everything you said. Several of the brands you mentioned have been on my no buy list for some time.

  • @reemalsaber
    @reemalsaber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love your videos so much
    Everything I need on perfume! You got it all covered 👍👍👍👍

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yay 🥰🥰🥰

  • @rinisix4243
    @rinisix4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I use Chanel 5 EDP since my late 20’s (I am a lady in my 30’s) and I have received lots of compliments ever since (from people of all ages’ ranges) when I wear it. I am never without a bottle. So it all depends on your chemistry. It’s a classic for a reason. Coco Mademoiselle, on the other hand, smells terribly on me, great on other people. So let’s don’t be dismissive! We need to explore more when it comes to perfumes. There’s not ‘old’s people’ perfumes, or a ‘right’ age to wear certain perfume, nor ‘right’ gender to wear certain perfume. I can pull off Chanel 5 very nicely and I was surprised I could.

    • @TB-rx1ue
      @TB-rx1ue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe some noses are broken? That reeeeks

    • @rinisix4243
      @rinisix4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TB-rx1ue maybe. And that’s alright to me and all the people that compliment it and like it. On me, coco mademoiselle ‘reeks’ but I respect and accept that on other people it does smell wonderfully.

    • @ruthgreen9855
      @ruthgreen9855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a beautiful spicy perfume, like tabu and opium the vintage one

    • @heavenjb
      @heavenjb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try the original coco! Mademoiselle ruined it this video pissed me off tbh lol k think the Chanel review was ageist and she’s not recognizing the fashion of it all as well and some scents are classics and I wouldn’t want them to go away! Wearing vintage can be fun love Chanel 5 and flankers

  • @44ebura66ka
    @44ebura66ka 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I think everyone has specific scent and fragrances do smell different on different people. For example i hated La vie est belle for years because i had a coworker that had specific odor and combined with strong fragrance can kill a bird 🐦 in the sky, a specially when she over sprayed....but then i received samples of Lancome frags. and tryed on my skin. Now i think La vie est belle is a masterpiece....

  • @zandraratcliff1744
    @zandraratcliff1744 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You so much for sharing your advice. I have never liked Channel No. 5, it has never smelled good on me, but my friend absolutely loved it. Now I don't feel bad for not liking it. Ty!

  • @IdaSputum
    @IdaSputum 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this info Soki. Thank you so much. It's such a revelation ❣️💋

  • @sniffingfragrance4767
    @sniffingfragrance4767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Yeah That Daisy and DH Light Blue never really interested me beautiful review...

  • @tiffany5626
    @tiffany5626 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Liking the versatility and switching it up a bit for the New Year Soki! Btw... Perry Ellis Love is a great alternative for Chanel Chance. It definitely has the Chanel DNA.

  • @maureenhannivan8043
    @maureenhannivan8043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you soki. You are so right as I learn more about notes in fragrances. I find that in many products,. They test the consumer, why not get as much out of them as they can. It’s a crazy world out there.

  • @sunflowersky7
    @sunflowersky7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol I love your honesty! We need more videos like this!

  • @izabelamaria1400
    @izabelamaria1400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I own and love Chance eu Tendre EDP. It is sweet, citrusy, romantic, fresh fragrance. The bottle is lovely but it doesn't last long on the skin. It cost 93 euro but I wouldn't give even 50 for that. Seriously overpriced. Only the original Chance has good starting power but it is more peppery and powdery, and definitely more mature.

  • @rockermystic
    @rockermystic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Jo Malone is owned by Estee Lauder. 🙂 So, same deal as with Tom Ford - there are some nice scents, but you're just paying for the name. Here in the US it is possible to buy Estee Lauder prestige fragrances pretty heavily discounted, directly from Lauder's overstock, but to pay retail would be insanity! 💗

  • @chinitacovington
    @chinitacovington 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I agree with you on every fragrance mentioned. Thank you for such an honest review.

  • @wanaqilahwanhazmy4401
    @wanaqilahwanhazmy4401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for being honest. I agree SO much about Chanel & Tom Ford AND Light Blue. We need honesty and personal opinions in perfume reviews.

  • @ayaarbaoui2974
    @ayaarbaoui2974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    i don't think light blue intense should be the only light blue that exists as someone who's so in love with the original's fresh, refreshing opening; it's a freshly squeezed lemon and in its simplicity it manages to be a very mood-uplifting and joyous fragrance

  • @mirifiquebeauty
    @mirifiquebeauty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I Love No 5 and L' Eau. Chanel i believe, sells a bottle of number 5 every 15 seconds worldwide, so i'm guessing there's very good reason for them flogging it. I know i would to.
    I respect your opinion though. No 5 is not usually liked by younger people. I know i hated it when i was young. However, its one of those perfumes that's like a fine wine, it really grows on you and especially as you get older.
    I could never imagine Chanel without its iconic No 5 perfume. Incidentally, its 100 years old this year so expect some more flogging. Its an enduring classic.

    • @rinisix4243
      @rinisix4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Long live Chanel 5. I discovered it at 29. On the blotter I was not convinced, on my skin is the most beautiful composition. Coco mademoiselle doesn’t work with my skin chemistry. Go figure. In Belgium, I see Chanel n 5 selling very well, so of course it has its fans and even if some people don’t like it (understandably), you can’t deny the beauty in its composition.

    • @elisabeth400
      @elisabeth400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@rinisix4243 I agree, Chanel 5 is beautiful. Try Chanel 5 Eau Premiere, i love it too. 😍

    • @rinisix4243
      @rinisix4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@elisabeth400 thanks Monika Ann, I have been looking forward to try Eau Premiere for a while so I think I need to go for it!

    • @elisabeth400
      @elisabeth400 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rinisix4243 🤗👍

  • @wanja530
    @wanja530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Soki for this video...I have always trusted your judgement on parfumes you like.....glad you did this one too.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @crystalflower0920
    @crystalflower0920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this kind of video. Thank you for your honesty and helping me not waste my hard earned money.

  • @janviprakash3383
    @janviprakash3383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi can u pls make a video on how to find your taste in perfumes and your perfume palette, basically how do you know which perfume kinds u prefer? Thanks

    • @waywardstitch8604
      @waywardstitch8604 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It helped me to get one of those discovery sets that come with lots of tiny samples. Also go to perfume websites to read the "notes" as you sample them. After a while you'll you'll begin to notice which notes tick all your boxes. But it can be a slippery slope. I just bought my 3rd discovery set, and am trying my very best to talk myself out of purchasing yet more fullsize bottles. I always thought I was quite fussy and hard to please, and am now shocked to find I love so many.

  • @irinawoods
    @irinawoods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'd sign up on every word! ))) Totally agree with your opinion, and appreciate your taste even more now ) Especially about Chanel #5 haha)) Thanks for the video!

  • @NinaBinaXO
    @NinaBinaXO 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed watching this video. It was interesting hearing your thoughts. Perfume is such a personal thing so I love to hear the opinion of others!

  • @pinchanie
    @pinchanie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative Soki! 😍 You definitely justified your reasons why you wont buy it. Nice one! I honestly cant buy Jo Malone and esp Tom Ford, i really thought at first that its not worth it... im planning to buy Chanel Chance though but the EDP one.. thanks so much as always!

  • @natalinastella5144
    @natalinastella5144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi! I recently was gifted J’adore eau de perfume, and while I love it and it’s very iconic and classic. I am wondering. They created a number of different flankers recently. Which one is the most modern in your view?

  • @sham9004
    @sham9004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Totally agree, and can you do try penhaligon perfumes please x

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Will try!

    • @sham9004
      @sham9004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SokiLondon thank you on their website you can select up to 4 samples for free I ordered some today x

  • @wyattearpswoman838
    @wyattearpswoman838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GREAT video. Took the words right out of my mouth.😉😇

  • @janviprakash3383
    @janviprakash3383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your authenticity 😊

  • @tigressofforli3398
    @tigressofforli3398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This disenchanted fragrance enthusiast in the US totally agrees with you.This is why i look for older versions and vintages.

  • @anayelijacob
    @anayelijacob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Thank you for making this! I can understand your apprehension with doing it, but I think you articulate your thoughts so well that you do not need to worry (:
    Some of the only "hate" videos that have made me upset have been Demi Rawling and others like her who simply say they hate a fragrance because it smells "cheap" and they clearly only care about appearing bougie.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😆

    • @nurse956
      @nurse956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      OMG Anayeli, u are quite right. I dont have anything with people likes and dislikes bec everyone taste is different. BUT I Do get upset when thoes typo types OF PEOPLE call most of designer perfumes cheap and mehhh perfumes. Thoes types of girls and men seems to have no reponsibilities but only themselves. In a video, someone was telling me to better save and buy expensive perfume rather than these cheap perfumes. I have kids, husband with decent job, house where i have to pay rent and bills every month, no support from families or anything else. I want to smell nice, beautiful and feminine rather than smelling like sex, bomb and spicy, money, dubai, etc etc and God knows what else, heheh. I just love soki who isnt after niche and expensive perfumes. Her collection is what i love bec it looks more like a normal person. While others have 1000 included niche and then sudd3nly start video of declutters and throws in the bin. Seriousely. I want to throw a glass of water on thier face. Heheh.

    • @loa367
      @loa367 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nurse956 hehehe 😂😂👏👏 I love your comment❤, you seemed to be a mature, responsible, accurate and realistic person.

  • @LeadingTheCheer
    @LeadingTheCheer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video made me subscribe. Im fairly new and just starting my collection. So I appreciate guidance on what is worth my money.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! :)

  • @nancyg323
    @nancyg323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVED this video and your honesty. Thank you.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @eviewhitmarsh-knight6420
    @eviewhitmarsh-knight6420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Hi Sophie, just wanted to say that the last couple of months have been really hard for me mentally- my grandad tested positive for covid and I’m struggling in terms of mental health with lockdown but I wanted to say that your videos have brought me so much solace. Perfume is escapism, and I just love watching your videos. Thanks so so much 💗

    • @user-uh6vy4mo3j
      @user-uh6vy4mo3j 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Said a Prayer to The Lord Jesus for your grandad Evte and for you!! 💗💗💗

  • @jgloor8205
    @jgloor8205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I’m so glad someone had the guts to do this video Thank you❤️

  • @jacicoutinho9537
    @jacicoutinho9537 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it! Thank you so so much!

  • @Demonicaxx
    @Demonicaxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this video love💓💓

  • @joelfromqueens
    @joelfromqueens 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Hey Soki! I absolutely agree with these fragrances, ESPECIALLY Jo Malone and Tom Ford 😂 fyi, Jo Malone is ridiculously popular internationally. I like to think the general audience just doesn’t know how overpriced they are.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

    • @easyteh4getperson
      @easyteh4getperson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      it's hard not to buy when an idol in my fav group promotes it cuz he's the advert for korea lol

    • @yvonneakeyo8631
      @yvonneakeyo8631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That plus most counties don't get huge discounts like others. They're hard to find and shipping is a nightmare

  • @totaiso9096
    @totaiso9096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    That took courage 👏🏻 and I totally agree with you 🙋🏻‍♀️

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🥰 thank you

  • @dennysesalinas6009
    @dennysesalinas6009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've just started my perfume collection & this video was super helpful! Just subscribed to your channel! :)

  • @5hineeisforever
    @5hineeisforever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I couldn't agree more to what you're saying!!! I'm with you, sis!

  • @ethalinia
    @ethalinia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love this video! I agree that N°5 smells 'dated', but to me it's in the best possible way. It just transports me to a different era, if that makes sense? Tom Ford Black Orchid is my all-time favourite scent and that's a hill I'm willing to die on, but the "expensive" range is just too effin' expensive. Black Orchid is one third of the price and the quality is exactly the same.

  • @sommercoburn5911
    @sommercoburn5911 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, Soki! Preach it 🙌🏼 I don’t like any of these either. Have you ever smelled Fleur de Portifino? That’s the only Tom Ford I’m curious to sample.

  • @lindacaffalette8927
    @lindacaffalette8927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Agreed with your reviews......I also sold fragrances which I was my first retail sales position & I did enjoy it !!! The cost for fragrance is phenomenal & I would literally be shocked at the regulars who would spend so much money purchasing these on a regular basis. Just happened onto this video for the first time, liked & subscribed. Thanks!!! 💟💜💟💜💟

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw welcome to the channel 🥰

  • @laurenmaurice4796
    @laurenmaurice4796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Totally agree with all of these! The Chanel Chance line was my favourite for so long until I started buying better quality and longer lasting perfume, now I feel foolish for dropping so much money on basically a body spray.

    • @katemarsan7957
      @katemarsan7957 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Lauren! I love the Chance but it DOES NOT last! Have you found any similar perfumes? I love the scent so much I need to find a replacement

  • @rossanajoubert4881
    @rossanajoubert4881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I so agree with you! Cannot stand chanel 5. We get eden perfumes in SA and I have bought a number of them. I think they are brilliant long lasting and so close to the original. And so cheap !

    • @anupamahazell3143
      @anupamahazell3143 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I find the Chanel perfumes smell like an old lady to me....not in a flattering way!

  • @drmonka1
    @drmonka1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I looooove this channel, your advises are like for normal people :).

  • @marinalida
    @marinalida 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm glad I came across this vid, bc I have exact same opinion about this perfumes. Glad I am not the only one. Thank you for your honesty.

  • @susanmenn5016
    @susanmenn5016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I'm probably gonna catch some heat for this, but I think Parfums de Marly Delina is really overrated. Didn't care for that one at all, IMO.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Video on it in a few weeks!

    • @SallyMarion
      @SallyMarion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed!

    • @m.offord4836
      @m.offord4836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I feel like delina is very pretty but is definitely not worth the price at all lol

    • @a.beaverhausen1140
      @a.beaverhausen1140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same!!! Totally overrated.

    • @elobee6147
      @elobee6147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, I bought this blind and HATED it. Tried a bunch of testers of other scents and was not that impressed

  • @MH-uw5mc
    @MH-uw5mc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We literally have the same taste omg. Finally a fragrance youtuber that likes and hates the same fragrances as me so I can know what to and not to get. You literally put my exact thoughts about any perfume into words and I can’t even do that myself lol.

    • @SokiLondon
      @SokiLondon  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @mountainmittens
    @mountainmittens 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate your honest opinion so much! I haven't got to try all of these scents yet but i did give Coco Mademoiselle and Marc Jacobs Daisy a sniff... and although i do appreciate it but i could never bring myself to use it. Nope.

  • @demz3355
    @demz3355 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice soki. I totallu agree with you with the chanel no.5,daisy and tf fragrances